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Ayurveda – The knowledge of life

"Ayurveda is knowledge that tells us which activities and habits are suitable or unsuitable for each individual, what will create satisfaction or unhappiness and what will help each of us to live a long and satisfying life".

Charaka-Samhita

Ayurveda is an ancient medical system from India which, when translated from Sanskrit, means "the science of life".
A Dosha, according to the Ayurveda tradition, is one of three bodily types that make up one's physical and mental constitution. The central concept of Ayurvedic medicine is the theory that optimal health exists when there is a balance between the three fundamental bodily types or doshas. These doshas are referred to as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Ayurvedic practitioners believe that these ancient ideas exist in harmony with each individual's physical reality. These Ayurvedic concepts allow practitioners to examine the homeostasis of an individual's whole system. A person may be of a predominant Dosha or constitution, but all Doshas share each of the three basic elements within each other.

The 5 elements

The knowledge of Ayurveda was collated into text more than five thousand years ago. These texts detail the affect that the five elements found in the cosmic system. The five elements system from Ayurveda is a simple yet profound tool to recognize balance in all aspects of life. By learning this simple system, you will be able to identify the weak and strong points of your individuality and apply its balancing elements to your diet, lifestyle and environments.

The 5 elements give everything that is necessary for the creation and preservation of life. From these elements, everything that has been created is composed.
Ether, allows space the existence, Air, The main principle of air is movement.
Fire, The main principle of fire is transformation and metabolism. The heat generated by fire helps to thrive. Earth which allows the growth. Water makes life possible.

These elements are bio-energy ("biological factors, natural forces) referred to they are called in Sanskrit "Doshas" and they are effective in all of nature and creatures. These three Doshas are always considered together. The maintenance of equilibrium within these functions is the basis for good health.

Ayurvedic treatments are a treat for the mind, body, and spirit. You will experience the positive effects of treatments designed specifically for each individual that work to reduce stress, balance metabolism and strengthen the immune system.